Orkney Islands · Scotland
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Toab, Orkney Islands
Our repair technicians come to Toab for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- A cracked shower tray
- Chips or cracks by the plughole
How we handle shower tray repair in Toab
The first thing we do is check the tray: a tray that moves needs its support sorted first, or the crack will come back. We’ll tell you if that’s the case. Our technicians work on ceramic, stone resin and acrylic, and people most often call us about a dull, stained or worn surface and snagging damage in a new bathroom.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Where
- Toab (KW17)
- County
- Orkney Islands
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Why repair rather than replace?
When the tray is firm and dry underneath, repair is the obvious choice. If water has damaged the floor, or the tray is cracked in several places, a new tray may be better. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Toab
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- No extra charge for your area
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Colour-matched on site
Take a look at our full price list.
What a repair cannot fix
It helps to know what we cannot do:
- Trays cracked in several places
- A tray that moves underfoot
- Damage below the tray that needs a builder
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
What we work on
- Cast iron
- Acrylic
- Enamelled steel
- Stone resin
- Ceramic
How to care for the repair
So the finish stays in good condition:
- Replace failing sealant promptly
- Use the extractor fan
- Clean with washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
- Rinse away soap after showering
Give the repair its full curing time before showering. After that, gentle cleaning and good ventilation keep it in good shape.
Act on split sealant early. It lets water behind the tray and can damage the floor below.
Where we work around Toab
Toab is about 5 miles south-east of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. Wherever you are in the KW17 postcode area, we carry out the work at your property. We work in all 51 towns and villages across the Orkney Islands.
Every address in KW17 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. From Liddie Road, Shore Road and Churchyard Road or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. We also cover the places around Toab: Tankerness (1 mile north), Upper Sanday (2 miles south), St Mary's (4 miles south-west), Kirkwall (5 miles north-west) and Blackhill (6 miles north-west). As one of the bigger places in the Orkney Islands, Toab is somewhere we visit frequently. If you are somewhere remote, ring us first and we will plan the trip.
Near you in Toab
Our clients here include homes close to St Andrew's Kirk, among other places. Further afield, we also cover the area around Graemeshall Museum (3.6 miles south-west) and Bishop's Palace (4.8 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Gaitnip Hill and Loch of Tankerness.
What your shower tray is made of matters
Stone resin
Stone resin trays are popular because they’re rigid and low-profile. A flat, solid base is essential, and repairs are matched to the gel coat.
Enamelled steel
Enamelled steel trays behave like steel baths. Exposed metal can rust, so it’s worth repairing early.
Places near Toab
Other services in Toab
Landlord and trade work in Toab
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Common questions in Toab
What happens after I send pictures?
We review the photos and send a fixed quote and the next dates we have.
Is there any odour?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied, so we ventilate the room. It clears as the materials cure.
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners in Toab.
How long before I can shower?
We’ll give you the curing time on the day.
When can you do it?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
Is a cracked tray repairable?
Typically, if the tray is firmly supported. We reinforce the crack, fill it and refinish the surface.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Typically, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
What happens on the day
The work is clean and fairly quiet. We protect the area first, then the job itself takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray. Before we leave, we explain how soon it can be used and how to look after it.
- First we check the tray is solid and work out why any crack happened.
- The damaged area, or the entire tray, is cleaned and prepared.
- We fill and reinforce chips and cracks, then sand them flush.
- We match the colour, or refinish the full tray.
- The tray is left to cure and can normally be used the following day.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the area around the damage
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Point us to the nearest place to park
Get a quote
To get a price, send a couple of photos using our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Advice
What affects the price in Toab
Repairs from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Toab. What changes the price is:
- The material
- The type of damage
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Quotes from your pictures
Phone photos are fine. Just make sure we can see:
- Details of any past repairs
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- A picture taken from further back
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
